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Samuel started Saturday's exhibition game against Denver, converting three targets into two receptions for 39 yards before exiting with the rest of the starters.

Samuel made his preseason debut alongside starting quarterback Brock Purdy (elbow) on Saturday, and the duo connected for a 25-yard gain on the game's first offensive play. The fantasy star did not receive a carry in Saturday's exhibition, and he could lose a few rushing attempts to Christian McCaffrey over the course of the season. That said, perhaps Samuel runs more routes as a true wideout to challenge his high-water mark of 77 receptions through his four years in the league.

Harry missed Saturday's preseason loss to Tennessee due to an undisclosed soft tissue injury, Alec Lewis of The Athletic reports.

Harry has long odds to make the final roster, so any injury could see him released from the team. Harry spent last season with the Bears but was hampered by a high-ankle sprain that delayed the start of his season. He ultimately appeared in seven games, recording seven catches on nine targets for 116 yards and a touchdown.

Gray (shoulder) will have additional testing done to determine if he suffered a collarbone injury, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Gray exited Saturday's 21-20 preseason win over the Broncos early with a shoulder injury and initial X-rays were unclear, so the wide receiver will undergo more testing to determine the severity. The wide receiver is competing for a final roster spot, and a prolonged absence would likely end his chances.

Downs reeled in two of three targets for 20 yards during Saturday's 24-17 preseason win against the Bears.

Downs returned the opening kickoff for 14 yards, and his first potential target occurred on the Colts' initial drive, but it was negated by an offensive pass interference call by teammate Pharaoh Brown. In addition to his contributions through the air and the kick return, Downs also had a five-yard punt return. Considering Indianapolis sat its starters Saturday, Downs' work on offense came with backup quarterback Gardner Minshew. Downs will look to continue making inroads on a regular role in the team's offense in this Thursday's exhibition at Philadelphia.

Moore brought in two of three targets for seven yards and rushed once for three yards in the Cardinals' 38-10 preseason loss to the Chiefs on Saturday night.

Moore opened the game with the rest of the Cardinals' starters and got some solid work in before exiting. The promising third-year wideout is aiming for a much healthier season in 2023 after being limited to eight games a year ago, and the Cardinals are counting on Moore to help fill the significant vacuum created by the departure of DeAndre Hopkins during the coming campaign.

Brown (undisclosed) brought in one of two targets for 12 yards in the Cardinals' 38-10 preseason loss to the Chiefs on Saturday night.

The speedster had been slowly ramping back up in practice the past few weeks after overcoming what head coach Jonathan Gannon labeled as "nicks and bruises." Brown then drew the start Saturday night and made his one catch on the first play of the Cardinals' second possession. Brown's ability to suit up Saturday dispels any concerns about his health and keeps him firmly on track to open the campaign as Arizona's unquestioned No. 1 receiver.

Pickens recorded one reception on one target for eight yards in Saturday's 27-15 preseason win over the Bills.

Pickens was targeted on Kenny Pickett's first attempt of the game. He worked solely with the first-team offense, which ran only seven plays on the day. It's unclear whether Pickens will see the field in the third week of preseason action, but he appears to have a solid grasp of the No. 2 receiver role in Pittsburgh heading into the regular season.

Rice brought in eight of nine targets for 96 yards in the Buccaneers' 38-10 preseason win over the Cardinals on Saturday night. He also fumbled once but recovered.

The rookie second-round pick enjoyed a breakout performance, especially by preseason standards. Rice's receiving line comfortably led the Chiefs across the board, and only one of his receptions actually came in conjunction with Patrick Mahomes. Rice's big workload isn't necessarily a reflection of what might be expected during the regular season, but as he demonstrated Saturday, he certainly has no shortage of upside in a Mahomes-helmed offense that spreads the ball around.

Hardman brought in both targets for seven yards in the Jets' 13-6 preseason loss to the Buccaneers on Saturday night.

Hardman's pair of grabs were his first as a member of the Jets. The speedy offseason addition appears to finally be healthy after last year's core muscle injury, and come the regular season, he figures to fill a key complementary downfield role alongside Garrett Wilson and Allen Lazard.

Lazard brought in one of two targets for 16 yards in the Jets' 13-6 preseason loss to the Buccaneers on Saturday night.

Lazard got some work in early with Zach Wilson and made his first official catch as a Jet in the process. The former Packers battery mate of new Jets starting quarterback Aaron Rodgers figures to have for an elevated role come the regular season, and he could sit out next Saturday night's preseason finale versus the Giants after also having suited up in the first quarter of last week's win over the Panthers.